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    Looks like a simple fix to me. Use a tap and drill chart to determine drill size suitable for tap
    to next size larger FINE thread. Dril, tap to new thread. Threaded rod in fine thread is usually
    hardened, cut off a suitable length and grind a point on one end and weld or double nut the
    other end.
    OR use press and straight edge to straighten the bolt using nut to support the ends rotate
    bolt to high side and press, check and continue until straight. It may help to use a third
    nut in bend area to limit depth of pressing. I have done this on a bent clamp screw so
    it should work on forcing screw.
    Long shot you may be able to buy OEM replacement screw.
    Lathe happy types might just turn a larger screw down and fully thread.
    Common bolts are not threaded full length.
    A fastener outlet or mill supply store MIGHT have and be willing to sell a single
    replacement full length threaded screw.

    At one time I had a "bright" idea of duplicating OMC tool with a replaceable nut in place
    of threading. I had a machinist make up four samples. He quoted me a cost
    of $35 each to make them in lots of 100. End of not so bright idea.
    I still have and use one of them.
    Gave another to a small engine repair shop to try out…too small diameter for some of the
    engines he worked on.
    Louis